Dean Smith urges Aston Villa to win final game and secure great escape

21 July 2020 10:30
Manager says ‘now we’ve got the season in our own hands’ Mikel Arteta refuses to criticise Arsenal after defeatDean Smith admitted Aston Villa must target victory in their final match against West Ham to ensure Premier League survival after climbing out of the relegation zone for the first time since the end of February by beating Arsenal.A brilliant goal from Mahmoud Trezeguet in the first half and a resolute defensive performance from the hosts sealed the win against Mikel Arteta’s side, who were heavily changed from the FA Cup semi-final triumph against Manchester City at the weekend. Related: Mahmoud Trezeguet downs Arsenal to lift Aston Villa out of relegation zone Related: Watford's survival hopes hit as Raheem Sterling sparks Manchester City rout Continue readingreadfullarticle

Source: TheGuardian